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Solmon

SOL-mun · Of uncertain origin; possibly a variant of Solomon, meaning 'peace'.

Peak popularity
1917
Usually for
Boys
Trend
Holding steady

Holding steady.

Popularity of Solmon since 1914

Babies named Solmon per year in U.S. Social Security records.

4913192019602000Most births 1917Boys
Data table (by decade)
DecadeBoys
1910s40
1920s46
1930s18
1940s5
1950s5
1960s0
1970s0
1980s0
1990s0
2000s0
2010s0
2020s0

Meaning & origin

Solmon is a rare variant of the classic name Solomon. U.S. records show it was first recorded in 1914 and reached its peak usage in 1917, though it never achieved wide popularity. The name has remained stable in its rarity, never ranking among the top 1000 names. Its highest recorded year, 1917, reflects a period when traditional biblical names were more common. Solmon's top states of use are not well-documented due to its scarcity, suggesting localized or family-based usage. As a variant, it carries the same potential meanings and associations as Solomon, offering a distinctive twist on a timeless name.

Solmon is a variant spelling of the name Solomon, which comes from the Hebrew name Shelomoh, derived from shalom, meaning 'peace'. Solomon was a biblical king of Israel known for his wisdom. The variant Solmon appears in English records as an alternative form.

Nicknames & variants

Nicknames: Sol, Solly

Variants: Solomon, Salomon

Sibling names for Solmon

Names that share Solmon's style, for a brother or sister.

Sisters: Esther, Ruth, Naomi, Leah, Abigail

Brothers: Samuel, Isaac, Jacob, David, Aaron

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Questions parents ask

What does the name Solmon mean?
Solmon is likely a variant of Solomon, meaning 'peace' in Hebrew, though its exact origin is uncertain.
How popular is the name Solmon?
Solmon has been very rare in recent decades. According to U.S. data, it peaked in 1917 and has not ranked in the top 1000 names.
Is Solmon a boy's name?
Yes, Solmon has historically been used as a masculine name.